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      Retail Assistant Interview

      25 Oct 2021
      Anonymous interview candidate
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I interviewed at John Lewis & Partners

      Interview

      scenario questions based on customer queries and complaints. had to discuss as a group what to do and how to help e.g finding alternatives calling up local branches apologising getting the product delivered to their house etc

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      how would you help a customer who wants a product out of stock
      Answer question

      Other Retail Assistant interview reviews for John Lewis & Partners

      Retail Assistant Interview

      18 Apr 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I interviewed at John Lewis & Partners

      Interview

      It was a group interview for a temporary role over the busy winter period. We were put in groups of about 7 and did marketing and customer service activities. We were asked to come up with a marketing strategy for a winter product in our groups and present it to everyone. Next, they had people come around to our tables and discuss what customer service meant for us.

      Retail Assistant Interview

      5 Mar 2025
      Anonymous interview candidate
      Westfield, South West England, England
      No offer
      Negative experience
      Difficult interview

      Application

      I interviewed at John Lewis & Partners (Westfield, South West England, England)

      Interview

      Hard and drawn out asked a whole two questions and expected me to get it. It was tiring and i started falling asleep so i dont know why they told me i didnt get the job

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      One example of where you have shown teamwork?
      Answer question

      Retail Assistant Interview

      12 Oct 2024
      Anonymous interview candidate
      Southampton, England
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at John Lewis & Partners (Southampton, England) in Oct 2024

      Interview

      It was great. The people were very friendly. You have to show your passion and motivation. Figuring out the company's background and culture is crucial. It's better to highlight your relevant experience and skills in customer service, teamwork, and sales

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Why you would like to work here?
      Answer question

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